rich bosselmann: Finding Great Deals in Kona's Rising Real Estate Market - 05/13/13 11:25 PM
Finding Great Deals in Kona's Rising Real Estate Market-Rich Bosselmann R(S) Koa Realty Inc.
 
 
Here we are in May of 2013 and the Kona real estate market has finally heated up. Even the doom and gloomers that were predicting another huge wave of foreclosures have quietly conceded, for now anyway. Well priced homes in Kona are selling in one day wth multiple offers. Real estate professionals are having a hard time finding properties for their clients because of the recent trend of low inventory and cash buyers looking for homes. This can't sound good to the current buyer interested … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Alii Lani 3/2 Condo For Sale, New Listing! - 09/14/12 03:20 PM
Alii Lani 3/2 Condo For Sale, New Listing!


Currently listed for sale in Kailua-Kona's popular Alii Lani Condominiums is this second floor 3 bedroom 2 bath unit. This well maintained 900 square foot Alii Lani unit has soaring cathedral ceilings and a soothing green belt view from the covered lanai.
The kitchen features upgraded stainless steel appliances, including the referigerator, dishwasher and stove. Stylish and comfortable cork flooring has been added in the kitchen and bathrooms.
High ceilings throughout this top floor condo in Alii Lani give it a feeling of spaciousness. The West facing covered lanai catches wonderful … (0 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kona Heights - Great Kona Investment Property - 06/18/12 04:08 PM
Kona Heights - Great Kona Investment Property
 
This 5 bedroom 4 bathroom home in Kona Heights is a great opportunity for an investor looking for a property with good cash flow, in a popular neighborhood right in town. This Kona Heights beauty is also a perfect fit for an owner that would like to live in the 3 bedroom 2 bath, 2,000 square foot upstairs portion of the home while collecting over $1,600 in monthly rents for the two downstairs units, each with separate entrance. 
Upstairs, this home has soaring open beamed ceilings throughout and an open floor plan. The … (2 comments)

rich bosselmann: Outrigger Canoe Races in Kailua-Kona - 06/11/12 03:24 PM
I rode my bike to Kailua Bay to go for a swim this weekend and saw that they were having outrigger canoe races. Outrigger canoe clubs are very popular out here in Hawaii. Just about any coastal town has a club and on occasion they all get together and compete. Outrigger canoes have always been an important part of Hawaiian culture. For over a thousand years in Hawaii, they were the fastest mode of transportation available. Having the fastest and strongest team has always been a source of pride in a community. I see these clubs training hard along the Kona … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Keauhou Estates, Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - 05/15/12 09:02 PM
Keauhou Estates, Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour
The Keauhou Estates is a gated, luxury subdivision in the Keauhou Resort area of Kailua-Kona. Many of the homes in the Keauhou Estates are situated on the mauka golf course of the Kona Country Club, with spectacular ocean views.  These custom built homes are close to restaurants, shopping and beaches yet just a few miles to all of the conveniences of downtown Kailua-Kona. 
Building height restrictions and view plane corridors ensure, homeowners the preservation of their ocean views. Lot sizes in the Keauhou Estates range from 1/3 to 1/2 acre. All of the roads in … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kona Real Estate Market Update - March 2012 - 03/05/12 04:41 PM
 
Kona Real Estate Market Update - March 2012
 
I just reviewed the Kona real estate market data as of March 2012 and it looks very similar to last year at this point. The North Kona District saw 56 single family homes sold in the first three months of 2012 compared to 58 homes sold during the same period in 2011. Land sales are also looking very similar to last year with 8 transactions year to date compared to 7 in 2011. There has been a slight slow down in condo sales with 44 units sold so far in 2012 … (2 comments)

rich bosselmann: Peaman 2012 Race Calendar is Set - 01/17/12 08:08 PM
Peaman 2012 Race Calendar is Set
Kona residents and visitors looking for a fun way to get out and exercise have plenty of choices. If you want to mix in some friendly competition, try the Peaman races. Named after founder and chief organizer Sean "Peaman" Pagett, these free races are for all age groups and levels of fitness. The events usually consist of either a sprint triathlon, biathlon or run and they start at the Kailua Pier. The distances are always manageable with swims ranging from 1/4 mile to 3/4 mile, runs are usually 2 to 3 miles and bike distances … (3 comments)

rich bosselmann: Beaches of Kona Video Tour - Mahaiula Beach - 11/17/11 06:54 PM
Beaches of Kona video tour - Mahaiula  Beach

Mahaiula Beach is located within the Keha Kai State Park about 8 miles North of Kailua-Kona. The access road off of Hwy 11 is between mile markers 88 and 89. The 1.5 mile road is unpaved and full bumps and potholes; but it doesn't seem to deter the tourists from taking their rental cars across the desolate looking lava field. Just a short walk from the parking area is a picture perfect tropical cove with plenty of shade and deep sand.  The stunning contrast between the desert lava fields and the lush … (2 comments)

rich bosselmann: Bank Owned Homes Aren't Always The Best Deal - 11/16/11 09:22 PM
Bank Owned Homes Aren't Always The Best Deal

Everyone wants the best buying opportunity when looking for a home. Are bank owned homes in Kailua-Kona always the best buy? It's important to point out that any home offered for sale must compete with the bank owned and short sale properties. If a home is not priced competitively, it will not sell. 
Bank owned homes are sold "as is" and most have been neglected. It's not uncommon to see bank owned properties without appliances and in need of costly repairs. When you compare that $400,000 bank owned home to a competing, … (4 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Beaches Video Tour - White Sands Beach - 11/16/11 05:57 PM
Kailua-Kona Beaches Video Tour - White Sands Beach

A couple hours at White Sands Beach is always a good time. White Sands is located right in town so it's easy to drop in and go for a swim or body surf a few waves.  This is Kona's community beach, it's not big but there's always room for everyone.  
White Sands Beach in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii is always an entertaining place to sit and people watch. If you want a quiet, secluded beach to relax on, Kona has plenty to choose from. If you are looking for a vibrant, fun beach … (0 comments)

rich bosselmann: Buying Bargain Kona Hawaii Vacation Homes - 11/02/11 11:44 PM
Buying Bargain Kona Hawaii Vacation Homes

Home prices in Kailua-Kona Hawaii, like many other places have seen substantial decreases since the market peak in late 2007. Recent market data in Kailua-Kona, HI has shown prices remaining flat but the number of homes and condominiums sold, increasing. Rather than going into the old "there's never been a better time to buy" pitch, I am going to point to a real estate market niche that is performing extremely well through these difficult times.  I am referring to the vacation home rental market in Kailua-Kona , Hawaii.  
Vacation home rentals have become … (4 comments)

rich bosselmann: Beaches Of Kona Video Tour - Kua Bay - 10/25/11 06:42 PM
Beaches Of Kona Video Tour - Kua Bay

Kua Bay is one of my favorite Kona Beaches. Located in the Kehaka  Kai State Park, in a spectacular setting, Kua Bay is about 10 miles North of Kailua-Kona off of Hwy 11 between mile markers 88 and 89 and surrounded by lava fields. The powdery white sand is soft on the feet and the water is warm, clear and perfect for a refreshing swim.  Weekends can be a little crowded but during the week you can almost have the place all to yourself.  Bring your mask and fins to snorkel around the … (2 comments)

rich bosselmann: 2011 Kona Ironman World Championship Was Exciting! - 10/20/11 12:46 AM
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rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update Sept 2011 - 10/19/11 10:16 PM
Kailua-Kona Real Estate Market Update Sept 2011

The Kona and South Kohala real estate market is seeing some signs of stability in the most recent statistics. North Kona, which consists primarily of Kailua-Kona saw residential home sales decrease slightly from 34 to 32 home sales when comparing September 2011 with September of 2010. This is a 5.88% decrease in number of homes sold. The median price however, increased 9.11% from $342,500 to $373,694 in Sept 2011. 
North Kona saw 20 condos sold in September 2011, 3 fewer than Sept. 2010, a 13.04% decrease.  The median price increased from $190,400 to … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Pualani Estates - 10/15/11 10:27 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Pualani Estates

The Pualani Estates subdivision in Kailua-Kona is one of the newest neighborhoods in the area. Built by developer D.R. Horton in phases going up the hillside above the Kuakini Highway; these homes are considered modestly priced for the area.
The Pualani Estates offers 8 floor plans from 1,141 to 2,500 square feet with lot sizes ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 square feet. The neighborhood features a park with baseball diamond, soccer field and play stations for the kids.  This family friendly neighborhood has sidewalks, streetlights and underground utilities. Many of the homes have … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Iolani - 10/13/11 09:29 PM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Iolani

The Iolani subdivision in Kailua-Kona is known for its upscale homes and panoramic ocean and Kailua Bay Views. Kailua-Kona developer Maryl, built out a portion of the neighborhood with single family homes called The Courtyards at Iolani in the early to mid 2000's. These popular single level, luxury homes have courtyards with pergolas at the entrances, tile roofs, open floorplans, cathedral ceilings and pocket doors opening to covered lanais on 1/2 acre lots. 
The Iolani subdivision has a substantial number of custom homes and some vacant lots that are yet to be developed. This … (0 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Adventure Video Tour- Kailua Bay - 10/10/11 01:42 AM
Kailua-Kona Adventure Video Tour - Kailua Bay

Join me, Rich Bosselmann for a Kailua-Kona video tour of Kailua Bay, Hawaii on my stand up paddle board. You will see beautiful vistas of Mount Hualalai which stands 8,271 feet above the scenic town of Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, clear tropical water with reef fish , an ancient Hawaiian temple and even a good place to have a cup of Kona coffee.
If your planning to visit Kailua-Kona in the future, consider staying at a luxury vacation home with private swimming pool, right in town and close to beaches, or stay by beautiful Keauhou Bay … (1 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka - 10/06/11 01:09 AM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka

The Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka are two of Kailua-Kona's newest subdivisions. Built adjacent to each other by Towne LLC on a picturesque hillside overlooking the Kona Coast, the Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka are among Kailua-Kona's most popular neighborhoods. Home sizes range from around 1,600 to over 2,200 square feet and feature vaulted ceilings, stucco exteriors, covered lanais and guys,......3 car garages! Lot sizes are a spacious 1/3rd to 1/2 acre with a few exceptions being larger. Many of Alii Heights and Alii Heights Mauka home sites … (0 comments)

rich bosselmann: Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Kahakai Estates - 10/04/11 03:02 AM
Kailua-Kona Neighborhood Video Tour - Kahakai Estates


The Kahakai Estates gated subdivision in Kailua-Kona is one of the most beautiful neighborhoods in the area. This master planned, award winning community was developed by Stanford Carr LLC in a spectacular hillside setting over looking the Kona Coast. Driving through the gates you are greeted by 180 degree ocean views, tree lined streets with art deco street lamps and meandering sidewalks.  This truly is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Kailua-Kona, not only because I own a home here, but the experience of living in the Kahakai Estates has been wonderful.
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